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Choose among several scholarships and fellowships the AMA offers.

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Oct 27, 2023 ·

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What is osteopathic medicine?

Osteopathic medicine is a distinctive branch of medical practice in the U.S. that emphasizes a “whole-person” approach to diagnosis, treatment and patient care. Learn more.

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Preparing for Medical School

Health Care Definitions

Jul 27, 2023 ·

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The 15 skills medical schools expect from students on day one

Before you can thrive as a physician, you need to grow as a medical student. Learn key skills that are expected on the first day of training.

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Succeeding in Medical School

Jul 3, 2023 ·

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New tuition program will help drive physician workforce diversity

Up to half of incoming University of Chicago medical students will be offered full-tuition scholarships. Learn more with the AMA.

Medical School Diversity

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Apr 27, 2023 ·

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Succeeding in medical school

Discover resources and guidance on how to make the most of medical school with the AMA.

Medical School Life

Feb 1, 2023 ·

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DO vs. MD: How much does the medical school degree type matter?

Learn about key differences between MD and DO medical school programs and what role degree type should play in your medical school choice.

Preparing for Medical School

Nov 15, 2022 ·

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AMA supports removing blood quantum from enrollment questions

The AMA will urge medical schools to remove discriminatory questioning regarding blood quantum according to new policy adopted today at the interim meeting.

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